In an email Wednesday, the Rev. B. Bruce Cook of Vinings United Methodist Church Congregational Care announced the church will host an hour of silent prayer Friday from noon to 1 pm., to honor the memories of those slain last Friday at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., and to pray for the families who are experiencing grief over their loss.

Attendees are asked to honor the silence as no words will be spoken in the sanctuary. All faiths are invited.

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